Monthly Archives: January 2012

“The Life and Times of African American Labor Leader Lucy Parsons”

Posted on January 26, 2012 by gretapope

Featuring critically acclaimed Chicago actor Alma Washington! Join the Windy City Chapter of The Links Incorporated for an exciting afternoon of educational entertainment. You will learn all about Lucy Parsons, an African American woman that had a huge impact on … Continue reading →

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“Red Tails”…Fantastic!!!

Posted on January 22, 2012 by gretapope

My family and a group of friends went to the ICON Theater in Chicago yesterday to see the George Lucas film “Red Tails,” a film about the WWII fighter pilots called the Tuskegee Airmen. What a wonderful Saturday afternoon treat! … Continue reading →

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Etta James…We’ll miss you…Thanks for the music!

Posted on January 21, 2012 by gretapope

Best Known for her 1960 cover of the Mack Gorden/Harry Warner tune “At Last,” singer Etta James is an American Legend. James’ Chess Records version of “At Last” was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999. Through her … Continue reading →

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